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5 star
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4 star
26%
3 star
4%
2 star
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1 star
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Durability
4.4
Value
4.8
Features
4.8
Design
4.6
Usability
4.3

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Buy THIS Over Pioneer DEH-X6600BT!!!

The following review is for a previous version (KD-R950BT).

Cheaper than Pioneer 6600 and yet almost word for word description wise, all technically the same with about same specifications, but prefer JVC's over Pioneer's interface in this case ( BASED ON INSTALLATION AND USING BOTH) for example JVC's bluetooth connected flawlesly and automatically, had oose from issue with pioneer. You can choose from t what seems to be an unlimited amount of colors for your display! Just an overall great headunit for the price. Bluetooth microphone picked up conversation without a problem.

By Jeff on August 18, 2014

38 found this helpful


JVC sounds great

The following review is for a previous version (KD-R950BT).

I was hesitant to replace my stock BMX radio in my 2005 X3, however I am grateful I did because the JVC KD-950BT has taken the sound quality to a new dynamic level (and this is with the stock BMW speakers). The multi-color display allowed me to sync my interior lights and the steering wheel control capatibility, made the functional intergration seemless. Very simply to operate and connectivity is easy. The bass, EQ really enhance the sound quality of bluetooth playback.

My only concern is the BIG A** OLD SCHOOL VOLUME CONTROL BUTTON. It takes away from the otherwise futuristic design

other than that, this is a awesome car audio component.

By jackblack on October 17, 2014

37 found this helpful


JVC kd-r950bt

The following review is for a previous version (KD-R950BT).

Great product at a great price. Installation was easy.
Sound quality excellent .

By BOB on February 2, 2015

28 found this helpful


Great stereo for the price!

The following review is for a previous version (KD-R950BT).

Great sound and like all the features. I especially like the handsfree phone mic

By Robert on March 23, 2015

17 found this helpful


Great features

The following review is for a previous version (KD-R840BT).

This stereo unit had all the features I wanted, plus some. The bluetooth set up easily. Sound quality is good.

By Larry on February 16, 2014

17 found this helpful


Feaure packed, value priced!

The following review is for a previous version (KD-R840BT).

This HU has so many features to customize your sound, I'm still playing around with it more than a month later! You can listen to tunes via Bluetooth, front/rear usb input, the tuner, Pandora, and even old school cds. Haven't used the cd drive and don't use the tuner much. It's also upgradeable to Sirius XM satellite radio. All this plus customizable illumination for both the display and buttons--what more could you ask for?!

PROS: All the different playback options
Bluetooth playback and seemless Andriod phone setup
3 RCA outputs for separate front or sub amp hookup
Sound tailoring

Cons: Learning curve kind of steep, but pretty intuitive after a couple weeks
The Pro Audio Setting has no section in the user guide, not sure how to tailor the sound, even though its based on personal taste
Programming the tuner presets is a PAIN beyond the first 6 stations - still haven't figured that out yet

Overall, this is a DEFINITE recommend.

By corey on October 28, 2013

13 found this helpful


good stereo

The following review is for a previous version (KD-R950BT).

Compared to stock stereo this stereo is awesome. It was a tough choice but the right choice.

By MATTHEW on June 11, 2015

9 found this helpful


Good Stereo over all

The following review is for a previous version (KD-R840BT).

It is better than OEM radio. sound and bluetooth

By Shawn on September 18, 2013

10 found this helpful


Great product

The following review is for a previous version (KD-R840BT).

Ordered this about a month ago , installed it in my truck very easily and it works perfect absolutly no problems. Has everything that you could want on a radio including allot of customizable settings allowing u to really control ur sound system. If ur looking for a sold unit that has a bunch of cool features then ur in the right place

By Conor on September 17, 2013

11 found this helpful


Great value

The radio was simplistic and easy to use. The features were nice and the price was right.

By Brandon on June 18, 2024 Checkmark Icon Verified purchase

5 found this helpful


Awesome!!

The following review is for a previous version (KD-R840BT).

Great deck for under $200 with a lot of features and settings,bluetooth mic works perfect even with the a/c on in the car. The color options is nice to customize to your vehicle.

By Pedro on November 11, 2013

9 found this helpful


great buy

The following review is for a previous version (KD-R840BT).

Great product, love the display and the color options. I like the fact that it has 3 preamp out puts because I run dual amps for my subs and my components. The Bluetooth is awesome as well. If you're looking for a good priced head unit with all the bells and whistles this is most definitely the one!

By joe on September 26, 2013

8 found this helpful


Excellent all-around system

The following review is for a previous version (KD-R960BTS).

The primary motivation for purchasing this JVC was that handheld cell phones are against the law in many cities; the secondary reason was the ability to have Sirius satellite radio for those long trips. The support of Sonix makes installation straightforward. The only slight downrating is the complexity of the controls for all the features of this unit, and I could not imagine a way to simplify them (but there is a learning curve - be patient).

By Spicewood on September 22, 2015 Checkmark Icon Verified purchase

7 found this helpful


Awesome stereo

The following review is for a previous version (KD-R980BTS).

We add a hell of a time installing it for we had no clue what we were doing! But we got er done. My son loves it.

By Russell on February 13, 2017 Checkmark Icon Verified purchase
2007 Kia Sorento

1 found this helpful


My favorite stereo ever

The following review is for a previous version (KD-R960BTS).

First off, I love how on the JVC units you just tap the huge knob to pause the music, and then to top it all off, when you turn the head unit off, it shows you the clock. I've been listening looking for that feature forever. Other than that, its got features galore, they all work, and the remote is intuitive. What more.could you want. I wish I had bought a second one of these instead of the Kenwood I as well. Bit this one sounds a whole lot better than the stock unit out of a 2002 Silverado.

By Drew on May 1, 2016

1 found this helpful


It's ok buy buyer beware.

The following review is for a previous version (KD-R960BTS).

This is a solid unit that is well made and very easy to use. This was my first JVC unit. I was previously an Alpine guy but I decided to give this a try. The bluetooth is nice all though I thought the microphone was internal, it's not, it's external. It has a lot of features but there is a common issue this model has which is resetting itself and you have to constantly re-do you settings. There are many reviews of this issue. I returned mine and got the JVC-Arsenal-KD-AR959BS and I am much happier now

By Gerad on October 2, 2015

2 found this helpful


JVC KD-R990BTS

You guys make installation easy by sending the wires and connections needed and the stereo sounds very good .

By Anonymous on May 19, 2018


Perfect!!

This radio is so great! It’s everything that I was looking for in a radio! There’s so many colors and it’s just so cute. I love this product!! Highly recommend!!

By Sydney on April 19, 2018


Great Value

Pleased with all features and options that this device has. Worth it for the price. Clear sound and a bunch of sound adjustments.

By MANUEL on April 11, 2018


Perfect!!

I love this radio!! It’s absolutely perfect and everything that I could ask for in a radio for such a great price!!

By Sydney on April 7, 2018


The best stereo I’ve ever had!

Awesome stereo, and for $99 are you kidding me? That is a steal. Illumination and color choices are crazy how many options they give you. Sound is amazing once you get the right settings. The volume is really nice too. All the source options are fantastic(iPod Bluetooth, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Bluetooth Audio, Aux, FM, AM).

Tons and tons of options, settings; and choices to set it up any way you want. Just a suggestion, I finally found my perfect sound using the following settings:
EASY EQ>Bass +0, Mid +03, Treble +06
BASS BOOST>Off
LOUDNESS>Off
VOLUME ADJUST>+06
AMP GAIN>High Power
X OVER TYPE>2-Way(2-Way ON and 3-Way OFF)

The sound is SO much better than the Pioneer stereo I had but is was a few years old. I would absolutely recommend this stereo to anyone. You won’t find a better stereo at a better price anywhere!

By Pipe Diesel on January 24, 2018 Checkmark Icon Verified purchase


Great Value

So far this system is far beyond what I thought possible for a 20 year old work van .... the Bluetooth works amazing !!

By Dennis on January 19, 2018 Checkmark Icon Verified purchase
2000 GMC Savana 3500


Jvc

The following review is for a previous version (KD-R970BTS).

Great sound just awesome cant beat price nice nice stereo.

By Billy on May 24, 2016


Great for many audio sources.

The following review is for a previous version (KD-R960BTS).

This product was easy to install ourselves. The sound is great and it takes just about every kind of music device

By Traci on May 13, 2016


👍

The following review is for a previous version (KD-R960BTS).

Purchased as bday gift for my sister. Upgraded her factory stereo and she loved it

By Daniel on April 10, 2016


Is a great value. Very good people to buy from.

The following review is for a previous version (KD-R960BTS).

I enjoy doing business with Sonic Electronix. I'd refer to others to shop with them. If this is a review on the production JVC made a good deck but it's very technical makes hard to adjust while driving. I'll be back for more for sure. 10 out of 10 thank you.

By Markus on April 1, 2016


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